Chima Daniel Mbakwem Jr.
\nTeen Footballer \u2022 Game Changer \u2022 Future Leader<\/p>\n
Born in Japan to Nigerian-American parents and raised in Germany, Chima is now making waves in Guam. His soccer journey began at age four in Stuttgart. By eight, he was already competing in Guam\u2019s youth leagues.<\/p>\n
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The Vision<\/p>\n
For Chima, soccer is more than just a sport \u2014 it\u2019s a bridge.
\n> \u201cI want to be an ambassador so I can bring hope, resources, and opportunity to young players in places where the love for soccer is strong, but access is limited,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n
With his international background, championship experience, and dedication to giv\u2026
\n– Father Duenas Memorial School under Coaches Keith Dickson and Robert Torres
\n– GFA U14 Academy under Ralph Awa and Noah Bamba
\n– GFA U17 Academy under Coaches Dominic Gada and Mark Chargualaf<\/p>\n
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Championship Experience<\/p>\n
– Helped secure the 2024 High School Football League championship with Father Duenas Memorial School \u2014 starting as a freshman
\n– Led HCA\u2019s Middle School team to the 2023 league championship as team captain
\n– Named to the IIAAG All-Star Team (2023)
\n– Awarded HCA\u2019s Middle School Soccer MVP (2023)
\n– Part of the Elite GFA U16 National Academy pool, preparing for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers
\n– Additional title: U16 Boys Division Spring Champion, Triple J Auto Group Robbie Webber Youth League<\/p>\n
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The Leader<\/p>\n
Chima completed the GFA Introductory Referee Course and is committed to giving back not just as a player, but also as a referee, supporting the sport\u2019s growth in his community.<\/p>\n
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The Student<\/p>\n
Chima graduated from Harvest Christian Academy Middle School in 2024 with:
\n– A Honor Roll
\n– President\u2019s Education Award<\/p>\n
He is now attending Father Duenas Memorial School, continuing to balance academic excellence with elite athletic development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":21793,"template":"","class_list":["post-21791","team","type-team","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","team_category-sport-ambassadors","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n